Tuesday, June 5, 2018

Going, going, gone! While there may not be many homeruns hit, tickets are disappearing fast for one of summer’s most sought-after pastimes. Dirk Nowitzki’s2018 Heroes Celebrity Baseball Game, presented by Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Frisco, is set for Friday, June 8, at 6:30 p.m. at the Dr Pepper Ballpark in Frisco (7300 RoughRiders Trl).

Gates to the Dr Pepper Ballpark will open at 5 p.m. The first pitch of the Heroes Special Olympics All-Star Softball Game will be thrown at 5 p.m.

Britney Holmes of Frisco will sing the National Anthem.Known as the “National Anthem Queen,” Holmes auditioned for American Idol’s 16th season. After initially being told "no" by the celebrity judges (Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry), Katy Perry brought Britney back for a second chance to audition during the 2017 American Music Awards. After fans voted her back into the competition, Lionel Richie officially announced Britney as the first contestant to receive a golden ticket to Hollywood. Britney advanced into American Idol's top 50 and is now working on her debut fall release.
At 6:30 p.m., the seven-inning Heroes Celebrity Baseball Game will get underway as the Blue Sox and White Sox all-stars and amateurs vie for the game trophy, bragging rights and the coveted MVP award. Between innings, game goers can enjoy on-the-field stunts, interactive activities and other family-fun entertainment. Following the game, a 10-minute fireworks finale sponsored by Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Frisco will round out the evening.

§Geoff Stults (movie and TV actor of movies Only the Brave and 12 Strong)

§Ben Grieve (former MLB outfielder)

§Vernon Wells (former MLB centerfielder)

Tickets are $9, $18, $23 and $35 at TicketReturn (972-334-1993 or ticketreturn.com) or at the Dr Pepper Ballpark Box Office during office hours. Will call will open at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 8. Tickets also will be available at the door (if the event is not sold out).Parking for the general public will be available at Lots A, B, E and F for $10.